The Reverend of Reckoning clenched his fists as he understood that the Emperor of Harmony had anticipated his resistance.
And had prepared for it ahead of time.
"…This is blackmail," the Patriarch of the Namgung Dynasty glared at the Emperor of Harmony. "You're using the safety of my nation to coerce me to become part of your power."
The Emperor of Harmony simply stared at him with knowing golden eyes. "The old you would have snorted arrogantly and declared that no force can overcome your Order, or whatever."
His eyes sharpened keenly.
"You have changed, Patriarch Jinryong. You have changed a lot."
The Reverend of Reckoning's expression hardened.
Yet, he didn't refute those words.
